⏱ 110 min total

Turkey and Tahini Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Name: Turkey and Tahini Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 110 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 1 sweetpotato, 5" long Sweet potato; 4 oz Ground turkey; ¼ large Onion; ¾ cloves, minced Garlic; ¼ tsp, ground Cumin seed; ⅛ tsp Cinnamon; ⅛ tsp Coriander seed; ⅛ tsp Turmeric; ⅛ tsp Salt; ¹⁄₁₆ tsp Black pepper; ¾ tsp Ghee; ¼ tsp Olive oil; 1 tbsp Tahini; 1 tbsp Water; ¼ cloves, minced Garlic; ¼ tsp Lemon juice; ⅛ tsp Salt; ½ tbsp Parsley; ½ tsp Sesame seeds

Per 1 serving · 327 g · 19 ingredients

Calories

448

22%
of a 2,000 cal day

Protein
28g
25% of calories
Carbs
36g
31% of calories
Fat
23g
45% of calories

Portion

At a glance

One serving of Turkey and Tahini Stuffed Sweet Potatoes (327 g) has 448 calories, with 28 g of protein, 36 g of carbohydrates and 23 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (45% of calories). It is high in protein (56% DV), dietary fiber (24% DV) and Vitamin A (109% DV). Keep an eye on sodium, saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 32%, 30% and 30% of the daily value.

Per 100 g

137cal

low energy density

Protein per 100 cal

6.3g

Net carbs

29g

carbs minus fiber

Fiber

6.6g

7.2 g sugar

High in

20%+ of the daily value

Protein56%
Dietary fiber24%
Vitamin A109%
Vitamin K29%
Thiamine33%
Riboflavin (B2)23%

Good source of

10–19% of the daily value

Vitamin C11%
Folate (B9)12%
Choline15%
Calcium17%
Potassium19%

Watch

20%+ of the daily value

Sodium32%
Saturated fat30%
Cholesterol30%

Ingredients

For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.

Directions

Prep 20 minCook 90 min

1
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2
Prick the sweet potatoes several times with a fork and lightly rub with olive oil. Roast them directly on the oven rack for 50-60 minutes, until extremely tender.
3
Meanwhile, heat the ghee in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 6-7 minutes.
4
Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
5
Mix in the ground turkey, cumin, cinnamon, coriander, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Cook until the turkey is browned and no longer pink, about 8-9 minutes.
6
In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together all the tahini dressing ingredients, adding more warm water if necessary until the desired consistency is reached.
7
Remove the potatoes from the oven, and carefully cut them in half. Stuff with the turkey mixture and top with a generous amount of tahini dressing, parsley, and sesame seeds. Serve and enjoy!

Vitamins & minerals

Amounts for 1 serving (327 g). Bars show % of the daily value.

Vitamins

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Vitamin A	981 μg	109%
Vitamin C	10 mg	11%
Vitamin D	0.5 μg	3%
Vitamin E	1 mg	4%
Vitamin K	35 μg	29%
Thiamine	0.4 mg	33%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.3 mg	23%
Niacin	9 mg	59%
Vitamin B6	1 mg	78%
Folate (B9)	49 μg	12%
Vitamin B12	1 μg	48%
Pantothenic acid	2 mg	46%
Choline	82 mg	15%

Minerals

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Calcium	169 mg	17%
Iron	5 mg	57%
Potassium	881 mg	19%
Magnesium	88 mg	21%
Phosphorus	431 mg	62%
Zinc	4 mg	37%
Copper	1 mg	65%
Manganese	1 mg	37%
Selenium	32 μg	59%

Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Alanine	2 g	—
Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA)	0.1 g	—
Alpha carotene	9 μg	—
Arginine	2 g	—
Aspartic acid	3 g	—
Beta carotene	11,171 μg	—
Caffeine	0 mg	—
Cystine	0.3 g	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	0 g	—
Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)	0 g	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	0 g	—
Fluoride	0.5 μg	—
Fructose	1 g	—
Galactose	0 g	—
Glucose	2 g	—
Glutamic acid	5 g	—
Glycine	2 g	—
Histidine	1 g	—
Hydroxyproline	0.2 g	—
Isoleucine	1 g	—
Lactose	0 g	—
Leucine	2 g	—
Lycopene	0.1 μg	—
Lysine	2 g	—
Maltose	0 g	—
Methionine	1 g	—
Monounsaturated fats	7 g	—
Phenylalanine	1 g	—
Polyunsaturated fats	7 g	—
Proline	1 g	—
Retinol	23 μg	—
Serine	1 g	—
Starch	16 g	—
Sucrose	4 g	—
Theobromine	0 mg	—
Threonine	1 g	—
Total omega 3	0.1 g	—
Total omega 6	2 g	—
Tryptophan	0.4 g	—
Tyrosine	1 g	—
Valine	1 g	—
Vitamin D2	0 μg	—
Vitamin D3	0 μg	—

Burning 448 calories

Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.

85min
Walking (3.5 mph)
54min
Cycling (moderate)
37min
Running (6 mph)
63min
Swimming laps

Common questions

How many calories are in Turkey and Tahini Stuffed Sweet Potatoes?

One serving of Turkey and Tahini Stuffed Sweet Potatoes (1 serving) has 448 calories, which works out to 137 calories per 100 g. That is about 22% of a 2,000-calorie day.

Are Turkey and Tahini Stuffed Sweet Potatoes high in protein?

It provides a solid 28 g of protein per serving (56% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 25% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.

Are Turkey and Tahini Stuffed Sweet Potatoes keto-friendly?

It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 29 g of net carbs and 31% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.

How much sodium is in Turkey and Tahini Stuffed Sweet Potatoes?

741 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).

How much sugar is in Turkey and Tahini Stuffed Sweet Potatoes?

7.2 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size1 serving (327 g)

Calories448

% Daily Value*

Total fat 23g	29%
Saturated fat 6g	30%
Trans fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 90mg	30%
Sodium 741mg	32%
Total carbohydrate 36g	13%
Dietary fiber 6.6g	24%
Total sugars 7.2g
Protein 28g

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

How we calculate this

% Daily Values use FDA reference amounts for a 2,000-calorie diet. The calorie split uses 4 kcal/g for protein and carbs and 9 kcal/g for fat. Claims such as “low sodium” follow FDA thresholds for the serving shown.

Our methodology

Updated October 13, 2026 · Not medical advice

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